emoney1320

My 1.8T has an oil pressure level way too high. I replaced the oil pump so I know the pressure relief valve integrated into that is working, but I'm having difficulty tracking down the source. Are there any other oil pressure regulating valves anywhere? I'm aware that normally sludge causes low oil pressure, but could sludged crankcase breather hoses or oil journals in the block or head be causing this? Thanks!

600whpA4

Sludge can also cause high pressure because its causing a decrease in flow. If any oil passage is clogged the pressure readings can go up.